User Manual
DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS
MS /MS
24-Bit/192 kHz Digital 40/20-Watt Stereo Near Field Monitors
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Thank you
Thank you very much for expressing your condence in us by purchasing the
BEHRINGER DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS MS40/MS20. The MS40/MS20 are active
loudspeakers that reproduce your music with highest delity and balance. Dueto
their exible connection options, the MS40/MS20 can be used in a variety of
applications, such as computer studios and audio or multimedia workstations.
You can also use them to monitor your keyboards and playback.
Table of Contents
Thank you .......................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3
Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3
Limited warranty ............................................................ 3
1. Introduction ............................................................... 4
1.1 Before getting started ....................................................... 4
1.1.1 Shipment .......................................................................... 4
1.1.2 Initial operation ............................................................. 4
1.1.3 Online registration ....................................................... 4
2. Control Elements andConnections ......................... 4
3. Wiring ......................................................................... 5
4. Specications ............................................................. 6
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Important Safety
Instructions
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
LIMITED WARRANTY
Terminals marked with this symbol carry
electrical current of su cient magnitude
to constitute risk of electric shock.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. Allother
installation or modi cation should be performed only
by quali edpersonnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alertsyou to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure-voltage that may be su cient to constitute a
risk ofshock.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alertsyou to important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot
remove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
quali ed personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock,
do not expose this appliance to rain and
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids and no objects lled with liquids,
suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use
by quali ed service personnel only.
Toreduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by quali ed
servicepersonnel.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampli ers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. Ifthe
provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories speci ed by
themanufacturer.
12. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table speci ed by the
manufacturer, orsold with
the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to quali ed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
beendropped.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
17. Correct disposal of this
product: This symbol indicates
that this product must not be
disposed of with household
waste, according to the WEEE
Directive (2012/19/EU) and
your national law. This product
should be taken to a collection center licensed for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment
(EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have
a possible negative impact on the environment and
human health due to potentially hazardous substances
that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time,
your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product
will contribute to the e cient use of natural resources.
For more information about where you can take your
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local
city o ce, or your household waste collection service.
MUSIC Group accepts no liability for any loss which
may be su ered by any person who relies either
wholly or in part upon any description, photograph,
or statement contained herein. Technical speci cations,
appearances and other information are subject to
change without notice. All trademarks are the property
of their respective owners. MIDAS, KLARK TEKNIK,
TURBOSOUND, BEHRINGER, BUGERA and DDA are
trademarks or registered trademarks of MUSIC Group IP
Ltd. © MUSIC Group IP Ltd. 2015 All rights reserved.
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s
Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at
music-group.com/warranty.
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1. Introduction
Two digital inputs plus two stereo analog inputs enable you to connect a
broad range of sound sources and mix two of them within the loudspeakers.
Additionally, we have equipped the MS40/MS20 with a headphone
connector. The speakers are magnetically shielded, so you can use them near
computermonitors.
◊ This User’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the unit’s control
elements, so that you can master all the functions. After having
thoroughly read the user’s manual, store it at a safe place for
future reference.
1.1 Before getting started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your MS40/MS20 speakers were carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure
secure transport. If the cardboard box is damaged, please inspect the equipment
immediately for any signs of physical damage.
◊ NEVER send damaged units directly to BEHRINGER.
Please, immediately notify the dealer from whom you acquired the
unit and the transportation company that delivered the unit to you.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.
◊ We recommend that you always use an appropriate carrying case
when transporting your MS40/MS20 speakers to ensure their
optimal protection.
◊ Always use the original packaging to avoid damage when shipping or
storing the unit.
◊ Never let unsupervised children play with the MS40/MS20 or with
its packaging.
◊ Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally-
friendly fashion.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Please make sure the unit is provided with sucient ventilation, and never place
the MS40/MS20 on top of an amplier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the
risk of overheating.
◊ Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure that
the voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the label on the
backside of your MS40/MS20.
Power is delivered via the cable enclosed with the unit. All required safety
precautions have been adhered to.
Attention!
◊ These monitor speakers are capable of producing extreme volumes.
Please bear in mind that high sound pressures do not only temporarily
damage your sense of hearing, they can also cause permanent damage.
Be sure to select an appropriate volume level.
1.1.3 Online registration
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase
by visiting behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our
warrantycarefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it
repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact
the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Shouldyour
BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact
one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the
original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact
Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor
nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website
(behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair
claims more quickly and eciently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
2. Control Elements
andConnections
(1) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)(2)
Fig. 2.1: Front panel elements (right loudspeaker)
(1) Use the POWER switch to power up your MS40/MS20. The POWER switch
should always be in the “O” position when you are about to connect your
unit to the mains.
◊ Please note: The POWER switch does not fully disconnect the unit from
the mains. To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the main
cord plug or appliance coupler. Unplug the power cord when the unit is
not used for prolonged periods of time.
◊ Monitor speakers should be the last device in the signal chain to
be switched on and the first to be switched off. This way, you avoid
speaker damage caused by loud crackling noises during turning other
equipment in your studio on or off.
(2) This LED lights up when power is switched on.
(3) Connect your headphones via the phones output (¼" TRS) to monitor any
of the input devices. The internal speakers are automatically muted when
headphones are connected to the unit.
(4) BASS control. Turn the bass control to adjust the bass level.
(5) TREBLE control. Turn the treble control to adjust the treble level.
Turn the VOLUME controls (6) and (7) to adjust the overall volume levels of the
devices connected to your MS40/MS20:
(6) The LINE 1 / DIGITAL knob controls the volume level of the analog LINE 1 (12)
or the DIGITAL inputs (8) or (9).
(7) Turn LINE 2 control to adjust the volume level of LINE 2 input (13).
◊ Attention: High volume levels may damage your hearing and/or your
headphones. Please turn the VOLUME controls all the way to the left
before powering up the unit. Be sure to always select an appropriate
volume level.
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(15)
(8) (9)
(10) (11)
(13)(12) (14)
Fig. 2.2: Rear panel (right monitor)
(8) Digital audio data can be fed in at the OPTICAL input.
(9) The MS40 also features a digital COAXIAL input connector.
(10) With this switch you can select the digital input (OPTICAL or COAXIAL).
(11) SERIAL NUMBER.
(12) Analog input LINE 1 (⁄" TRS) allows you to connect stereo audio equipment
such as CD/MD players.
(13) Use the analog input LINE 2 (RCA) to connect your sound card,
keyboard or expander.
◊ You can play back various signals by using both stereo
inputs simultaneously.
(14) TO LEFT SPEAKER output connector. Connect both speakers by using the
speaker cable included in this package. As soon as both speakers are properly
connected, they will function as a stereo speaker system.
(15) A standard power socket is provided for connection to the mains. A matching
power cable is included with the unit. Before you connect the unit to the
power source make sure that the power switch is turned o and the volume
controls are turned all the way to the left to avoid any damage to speakers or
other devices.
(16)
Fig. 2.3: Rear panel (left monitor)
(16) FROM RIGHT SPEAKER connector. Insert the speaker cable from the
TO LEFT SPEAKER connector.
3. Wiring
The DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS MS40/MS20 are designed to acco m modate a
variety of connector types for almost any situation you may encounter.
You will nd all audio inputs on the right speaker. The left speaker only has one
audio input which is fed from the right speaker.
◊ Be sure to mute the signal sources before you put the monitor speakers
into operation.
Digital Audio
Workstation
Digital input
(coaxial)
Digital input
(optical)
Speaker cable
MS40
(left)
Keyboard
Headphone
BEHRINGER
HPS3000
MS40
(right)
Analog inputs (RCA)
MD player
Fig. 3.1: Computer/keyboard setup
Begin by connecting the left speaker to the right speaker by wiring the attached
speaker cable from connector (14) to connector (16) on the left speaker.
Connect the analog outputs of your mixer, keyboard or computer sound card to
LINE 1 input (12). Connect a second piece of equipment to LINE 2 inputs (13).
If you own equipment with digital connectors—such as CD or MD players—
simply connect them to the digital inputs (8) and (9). Select the digital signal
you want to monitor with the input selector switch (10).
You can mix two input signals within the MS40/MS20 by using the volume
controls (6) and (7). This enables you to monitor two dierent sound sources
simultaneously. The above wiring example shows how you can monitor your live
keyboard performance to a playback coming from your MD player or digital audio
workstation (computer).
The MS40/MS20 speakers are shielded, which allows you to place them near your
computer monitor without causing interference or damage. However, do not
place your MS40/MS20 speakers near power amps. Doing so will result in an
induced hum in your speakers.
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4. Specications
Loudspeakers
MS40
Tweeter Ø 65 mm (2 ½"), 8 Ω
Woofer Ø 120 mm (4 ¾"), 4 Ω
MS20
Tweeter Ø 65 mm (2 ½"), 8 Ω
Woofer Ø 92 mm (3 ⁄"), 4 Ω
Audio Inputs
Line 1 ⁄" TRS stereo, impedance 20 kΩ
Line 2 2 RCA, impedance 20 kΩ
Digital Inputs
Optical TOSLINK
Coaxial RCA
Converter 24-bit
Sample rate < 192 kHz
System Specications
MS40
Output power 2 x 20 W
Frequency response 50 Hz to 25 kHz
MS20
Output power 2 x 10 W
Frequency response 65 Hz to 25 kHz
Power Supply
Mains voltages
USA/Canada 120 V~, 60 Hz
Europe/U.K./Australia 230 V~, 50 Hz
China 220 V~, 50 Hz
Japan 100 V~, 50 - 60 Hz
General export model 120/230 V~, 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption
MS40: 90 W
MS20: 80 W
Physical
MS40
Dimensions (H x W x D) 279 x 173 x 245 mm (11.0 x 6.8 x 9.6")
Weight 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs)
MS20
Dimensions (H x W x D) 239 x 154 x 187 mm (9.4 x 6.1 x 7.4")
Weight 5.8 kg (12.8 lbs)
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts,
modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and
appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION COMPLIANCE
INFORMATION
Responsible Party Name: MUSIC Group Services NV Inc.
Address: 5270 Procyon Street
Las Vegas, NV 89118
USA
Phone Number: +1 702 800 8290
DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS MS40/MS20
complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the followingparagraph:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician forhelp.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Important information:
Changes or modications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Group
can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.
DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS
MS40/MS20
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